History

Vals is a Walser-German-speaking enclave within the Rhaeto-Romanic Val Lumnezia. The Walser, a group originating from Upper Valais, migrated and settled in the highest valleys of Grisons approximately 700 years ago.

 

Dorf Vals aus der Vogelperspektive im Winterkleid
Kirchturm Dorfkirche St. Peter und Paul Vals | Winterstimmung mit Hora im Hintergrund

The History of Vals

Vals is a Walser German-speaking enclave in the Romansh-speaking Val Lumnezia. The Walser people are from Upper Valais and settled in the highest valleys of Graubünden around 700 years ago.

Barnyard Tales

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Piz Tomül und Hoberg

Folk Tales

Discover the fascinating folk tales and myths of the Vals valley, which bring to life mysterious stories from long forgotten times.

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